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Position Title Bear POWER Tutor Student Status Work Study Required- You are required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position. Work Location Springfield Campus Department School of Teaching, Learning & Developmental Sciences Hiring Range $12.30 Department/Employer Operating Hours 8-5 How many hours per week are required? 8-10 Description of Primary Duties  Are you passionate about empowering students to achieve academic success? Join our team as a Part-Time Academic Tutor for the Bear POWER program. This role focuses on assisting students with homework, studying for tests, and fostering their growth as independent learners. You’ll play a vital role in helping students build confidence, overcome challenges, and thrive academically. Provide one-on-one and group tutoring sessions for students in the Bear POWER program. Assist with homework, test preparation, and understanding course materials across multiple subjects.  Encourage and build student self-esteem while showing respect to all students regardless of their knowledge level or coursework.  Promote active learning by guiding students to develop their own understanding of concepts, rather than providing answers.  Collaborate with other tutors, supervisors, and resources to address challenging questions or topics.  Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment while working independently or with minimal supervision.  Uphold the program’s philosophy of empowering students through encouragement and skill-building. 

What We Offer: Flexible scheduling to accommodate your academic commitments.  An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students.  Professional development and training opportunities.  Required Qualifications Current MSU student in good academic standing (preferred GPA: 2.5+). Undergrad and graduate students considered.  Proficiency in using email, Brightspace, Microsoft products, reading, and writing.  Strong communication skills, including the ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions.  Demonstrated initiative, reliability, and problem-solving skills.  Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and fostering a supportive learning environment.  Required Certifications Additional Qualifications Special Instructions to Applicants Please submit your resume and a brief statement explaining why you are interested in this position and how you align with the Bear POWER program’s mission. Applications can be sent to Dr. April Phillips, Director of Bear POWER at aprilphillips@missouristate.edu.  Contact Information  aprilphillips@missouristate.edu 
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Open Date 01/13/2025 Close Date 01/31/2025 Posting Number 20250004STU Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter Supplemental Questions

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Please explain why you are interested in this position and how you align with the Bear POWER program’s mission. Our mission statement is “To effectively utilize existing campus and community resources to create an inclusive academic college program that generates individual outcomes for students with intellectual disabilities in the areas of education and employment.”

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